I'm glad the Vintage Collection is coming back. The only issues I'm seeing right now is the VC 3.75 inch carded figures appear to have larger bubbles this time around, as well as the multi-lingual packaging for both the U.S. and Canada, and the 'peg hole' is 'punched' and is in a different position on the card. I'm hoping the cardbacks are made of sturdy cardboard and that they are the same size as the previous vintage collection cardbacks from 2010-2013.

Apparently there is a petition being planned on jedinews.co.uk to allow international orders...I really hope that works...

I was going to try and ship it to my Uncle in the US and have it shipped here from there...but guess what...you need an American billing address too. So there is no work around...

What if your Uncle purchased it for you and you forward him the money. Theoretically would this work? Or is there more to it? I so need one.

That is definitely my back-up plan and I think there would not be a problem with it. Its just a large amount of money to ask someone to spend on your behalf (especially on a big toy lol)...but I think he would be cool with it, I just hate asking people for a financial commitment like that, even if I send them the money.

The biggest thing after that is shipping it here! It is apparently 4 Ft long and 14 lbs. And then customs...but if it is sent as a gift, it might be ignored. Who knows with border services...

Apparently there is a petition being planned on jedinews.co.uk to allow international orders...I really hope that works...

I was going to try and ship it to my Uncle in the US and have it shipped here from there...but guess what...you need an American billing address too. So there is no work around...

What State is your Uncle in? Is it worth the drive. Overnight boarder crossing would allow the duty free I'm sure.What if your Uncle purchased it for you and you forward him the money. Theoretically would this work? Or is there more to it? I so need one.

That is definitely my back-up plan and I think there would not be a problem with it. Its just a large amount of money to ask someone to spend on your behalf (especially on a big toy lol)...but I think he would be cool with it, I just hate asking people for a financial commitment like that, even if I send them the money.

The biggest thing after that is shipping it here! It is apparently 4 Ft long and 14 lbs. And then customs...but if it is sent as a gift, it might be ignored. Who knows with border services...

I'm almost sure I can get contacts in Saginaw, Michigan to order but they would 100 percent need the money up front. Non-negotiable. I would also be willing to go get them as these are good friends and I'm always up for a visit. I will ask today & get a firm answer.

" Note: Fear not if you live outside of the US. We are working on Hasbro to work out the detail of bringing the Sail Barge to the UK, Europe and other markets. Legal reasons didnít allow them to offer HASLAB outside of the US but your concerns were discussed with Steve Evans (a fellow Brit and design director of Star Wars for Hasbro), and others at Hasbro about the need to bring this to our shores. This WILL happen, and a statement will be issued in due course explaining all. Stay tuned!"

Hopefully we can see some info soon! But the good news is that someone on the inside of Hasbro's team is aware of the interest.

I'm almost sure I can get contacts in Saginaw, Michigan to order but they would 100 percent need the money up front. Non-negotiable. I would also be willing to go get them as these are good friends and I'm always up for a visit. I will ask today & get a firm answer.

That is awesome of you JJ. I hope that this is an option if Hasbro does not bend to the will of the international connection.

Like I said, I will probably be asking my Uncle in Minnesota or my Aunt in Texas if they would be willing to order for me while I send them money.

I am sure I am not alone in saying that this Sail Barge is a must have in my collection. They are doing pretty well with their backing so far. A day in and they are between 700-800 backers. I have a feeling this will be backed. The real question is will they make it available on online stores and retail everywhere if it does get the backing... I guess we will have to wait and see.

Have You Felt it?A "Sail Barge Group Bromance" is beginning!lolAll kidding aside, I am determined to make this happen. And if Hasbro doesn't do something to make it available here like CC1138 has reported, I will need to lean on the generacity of others with U.S. Contacts as I have none.

I'm almost sure I can get contacts in Saginaw, Michigan to order but they would 100 percent need the money up front. Non-negotiable. I would also be willing to go get them as these are good friends and I'm always up for a visit. I will ask today & get a firm answer.

Hey JJ... keep me posted about this (if you're still open to the idea and if the international ordering possibility doesn't open up).